What happened to me, my first instagram post

On August 8 I woke up to a blinding light and what I thought was a migraine. It was actually an an acute ischemic stroke.I had surgery to remove the clot. It was not successful but they tell me that clot can’t do further damage. I spent a week in ICU and I have been in the hospital for a total of 15 days, so far. I have gotten some strength back in my left arm, but my hand is not back on line yet. 

There’s a lot I can’t do for myself - yet. We are all hoping insurance does the right thing and approves me going to accurate rehab. Your good energy is much appreciated. 

This photo was taken in ICU yesterday. I had an encore appearance as the result of new symptoms and the stroke converting to a hemorrhagic stroke - they found some bleeding so they wanted me watched for changes in symptoms. I’ve been holding steady. Rest assured my sense of sarcasm is in tact and has served me well. #strokerehab #strokesurvivor #strokesurvivorsneverquit